Supplier Quality Engineer

Magna International; Mesa (AZ); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Magna Steyr in Arizona is hiring a Supplier Quality Engineer to lead supplier quality activities for new product launches and engineering changes.

You will manage supplier quality performance, conduct audits, review documentation, and ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 9001. Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive containment, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement. Travel up to 30% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical field.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, supplier launches, audits, and production readiness.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO 9001; root cause analysis and 8D problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality activities for new product launches and engineering changes, ensuring APQP, PPAP, process validation, and production readiness.
• Manage supplier quality performance by audits, KPIs review, documentation review, and compliance with automotive standards.
• Drive problem resolution and corrective actions via containment, root cause investigations, 8D, and verification of long-term effectiveness.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to support development, launches, risk mitigation, process changes, and ongoing quality.
• Develop supplier capabilities and continuous improvement through coaching, Lean practices, and supplier development programs.
• Monitor supplier readiness and risk by tracking milestones, tooling readiness, production timing, and escalation of issues.

Skills

APQP/PPAP

PFMEA

Control Plans

Root Cause Analysis

8D Problem Solving

Supplier Quality Systems

Cross-functional Collaboration

Travel

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or related technical field

Job description

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What we offer:

At Magna, you can expect an engaging and dynamic environment where you can help to develop industry-leading automotive technologies. We invest in our employees, providing them with the support and resources they need to succeed. As a member of our global team, you can expect exciting, varied responsibilities as well as a wide range of development prospects. Because we believe that your career path should be as unique as you are.

Group Summary:

As an engineering and manufacturing partner, Magna’s Complete Vehicle group helps traditional OEMs and new entrants to bring their automotive visions to life. At Magna, you will work in an innovative, international and dynamic team, always pursuing the goal of delivering high-quality products. We work in a diverse environment with global development opportunities. Together with our employees we constantly strive to create a better world of mobility.

Job Responsibilities:

Supplier Quality Engineer – Key Responsibilities

• Lead supplier quality activities for new product launches and engineering changes, ensuring successful APQP, PPAP, process validation, and production readiness to meet customer and program requirements.

• Manage supplier quality performance by conducting audits, monitoring KPIs, reviewing quality documentation, and ensuring compliance with automotive quality standards and specifications.

• Drive problem resolution and corrective actions by leading supplier containment activities, root cause investigations, 8D processes, and verification of long-term corrective action effectiveness.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to support product development, launch execution, risk mitigation, process changes, and ongoing production quality performance.

• Develop supplier capabilities and continuous improvement initiatives through coaching, performance reviews, Lean Manufacturing practices, and supplier development programs.

• Monitor supplier readiness and operational risk by tracking launch milestones, tooling and equipment readiness, production timing, and escalation of issues that may impact quality, delivery, or customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, or a related technical field.
• 3-5 years of Supplier Quality, Quality Engineering, or Manufacturing Quality experience in an automotive environment.
• Experience with APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, supplier launches, audits, and production readiness activities.
• Strong knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 9001, root cause analysis, 8D problem solving, and supplier quality systems.
• Experience working with suppliers and cross-functional manufacturing teams.
• Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.

Site Benefits:

Detailed information on our benefits package will be provided as part of the recruitment process

Awareness, Unity, Empowerment:

At Magna, we believe that a diverse workforce is critical to our success. That’s why we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire on the basis of experience and qualifications, and in consideration of job requirements, regardless of, in particular, color, ancestry, religion, gender, origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity. Magna takes the privacy of your personal information seriously. We discourage you from sending applications via email or traditional mail to comply with GDPR requirements and your local Data Privacy Law.

AI-Assisted Screening Disclosure

As part of our commitment to a fair, consistent, and efficient recruitment process, we may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in the initial screening of applications submitted through our Workday system. These tools help identify qualifications and experience that align with the role requirements. Please note that AI is used solely to support our recruiters. Final decisions are always made by the hiring manager and the hiring team. Importantly, no applicant data is shared externally through these AI tools. All information remains securely within our systems and is handled in accordance with our privacy and data protection policies.

Under conditions defined by applicable law, you may have the right to request an explanation of how AI is used to support decision-making.

Worker Type:

Regular / Permanent

Group:

Magna Steyr